Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of April.
Good morning, Scranton.
🏘️ Community
The Children's Advocacy Center of Northeastern Pennsylvania has introduced Addy the Advocate— a 10‐week‐old labrador retriever trained to comfort children during interviews— as part of its ongoing support program to ease child abuse trauma.
Addy will complete her certifications before fully assisting children while the center observes Child Abuse Prevention month with a pinwheel display in downtown Scranton.
🎓 Education
Kendall Grabinski, a fifth grader at Lehman-Jackson Elementary in Luzerne County, earned national recognition for her excellent cursive writing by winning the Zaner-Bloser contest; she won $500 and a trophy while her school received a $1,000 voucher.
Sarah Hofius Hall reported that this honor marks a continued focus on teaching cursive in the district.
🌲 Environment
Today, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission employees and volunteers stocked Merli-Sarnoski Park in Lackawanna County with Brook Trout from Benner Spring State Fish Hatchery—releasing over 4.3 million trout into local waterways.
Anglers need a state trout permit to fish in over 120 lakes and nearly 700 stream sections—with the season opening at 8 a.m. and running until Sept. 1.
🎉 Scranton Events
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Next Stop Comedy Night
7-8:30 p.m. — Groove Brewing — Check the lineup for a night of laughs with comedians from Boston, NYC, and beyond.
RDA Northeast Festival 2025
7 p.m. — Scranton Cultural Center at the Masonic Temple — No Refunds — Celebrate the art of dance and enjoy various performances at the 2025 Regional Dance America/Northeast Festival.
Kids Hairstyles Event
5 PM — Hill Neighborhood Association — Discounted braiding services for kids — Bring the little ones for stylish, fun hairdos at a special price.
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